AS Colour Relax Faded Half Zip | 5167

Description

The AS Colour Relax Faded Half Zip sits in that specific category of blanks that brands reach for when standard hoodies feel too expected. At 320GSM in a cotton/polyester blend with recycled content, it carries enough weight to feel substantial without the stiffness that kills a relaxed silhouette. The faded wash treatment gives it a broken-in character from the first wear — no need to wait through ten washes for it to settle into itself.

Who Orders It

Streetwear labels building capsule collections where every piece needs to hold its own. Creative agencies outfitting their teams with something that doesn’t look like corporate merch. Music venues and record labels running limited drops. Breweries and coffee roasters who want their staff in something elevated. Nonprofit organizations launching donor appreciation programs where the garment itself becomes part of the brand story.

Decoration

The structured front panel and 320GSM weight make this a strong embroidery candidate — holds detail work at higher stitch counts without puckering. Screen printing lands well on the faded fabric, though test your colors against the washed-out base; some designs pop harder than expected. DTG is viable on the cotton-forward blend, expect solid ink absorption with minimal hand-feel change. The half-zip construction means left-chest placement is the natural decoration zone — full front prints aren’t practical here.

Specifications

• 320GSM cotton/polyester CVC blend with recycled fiber content
• Faded wash finish for a pre-worn aesthetic
• Relaxed fit with dropped shoulders
• Half-zip closure with metal hardware
• Double-needle stitching at stress points
• Preshrunk for dimensional stability

Common Questions

What decoration method works best?
Embroidery is the cleanest choice for this garment — the weight and structure hold stitch detail without distortion. Screen printing works well for bolder, simpler designs; just account for how your ink colors interact with the faded base.

Is this good for limited merch drops?
This is exactly what it’s built for. The faded treatment and relaxed cut read as intentional and premium, not like you grabbed whatever was in stock. It photographs well and feels like something worth keeping.

How does the sizing run?
Relaxed fit runs slightly roomier than standard AS Colour pieces. The preshrunk construction means what you order is what you get — no need to size up anticipating shrinkage.

What’s the minimum order for custom decoration?
We work with programs from 12 pieces. Most decorated apparel programs start at 24–50 pieces. Request a quote and we’ll work with your specific order size.

Ready to build something with the 5167? Get a custom quote and we’ll help you dial in the decoration approach that fits your project.